“If you grew up white before the civil rights movement anywhere in the South, all grown-ups lied. They'd tell you stuff like, 'Don't drink out of the colored fountain, dear, it's dirty.' In the white part of town, the white fountain was always covered with chewing gum and the marks of grubby kids' paws, and the colored fountain was always clean.”

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About Molly Ivins

American political journalist and columnist Molly Ivins was a sharp, witty commentator on American politics, known for her no-nonsense critiques of power and her ability to blend humor with hard-hitting analysis. Her work often exposed hypocrisy in politics and policy, earning her a reputation as a fearless voice for progressive values.

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